Penal Code 25859 PC, makes it a crime to carry a loaded firearm in either a public place, on a public street, or in a vehicle in California.
Penal Code section 25859 PC is considered a misdemeanor. Penalties for carrying a loaded firearm conviction include:
Yes, carrying a loaded firearm may be charged as a felony, should any of the following occur:
Penalities for a carrying a loaded firearm felony charges include:
A firearm is defined as, “any device designed to be used as a weapon and from which a bullet is discharged through a barrel by an explosion”. Common examples of firearms include:
The law in California deems a loaded firearm if the firearm:
An defendant that has been convicted of felony possession of a loaded firearm is prohibited from acquiring or possessing a gun in California. In other words, an individual will lose their rights to own and possess a firearm.
Yes, in some instances, there are exemptions that make it legal to carry a loaded firearm. These exemptions include:
If you or someone you know has been charged with carrying a loaded firearm, contact our Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys at (310) 943-1171 for a free consultation. Our attorneys will evaluate the details of your case and let you know what to expect and how you can proceed.
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